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logo or name could be added to the Rice Creek Boulevard bridge railing. Coordination efforts with the US Army were discussed and it was noted coordination continues to be challenging. He commented on the potential 2026 site preparation work that would be done. The TRC Amendment Item #1 which addresses the multi-use trail width was reviewed. He provided further information on the site preparation and grading plans within Rice Creek Commons and asked for comments or questions from the JDA. Chair Wicklund asked if the JDA had the flexibility to make some decisions when it came to the TRC. He questioned what the JDA was reviewing in this situation. Director Jagoe explained specific requirements, when it comes to trails and lighting would need an adjustment. She indicated the TRC would requirement an amendment if this was the direction from the JDA. Commissioner Monson stated there were timing impacts and asked what the delay would be to go back to the watershed district. Ramsey County Public Works Director John Mazzitello anticipated this would take six months. He commented there would also be delays while the County continues to coordinate with the US Army. Mr. Fosmo reported he did not believe a change to the trail width would delay construction starting in 2027. Commissioner Monson inquired how long it would take to complete the ordinance change with the City. Director Jagoe anticipated this would take three months. Commissioner Weber thanked staff for coming back to the JDA with responses to the questions that were raised last October. He stated he could support moving to a 10-foot trail, especially because there would be trails on both sides of the road. He commented further on how the reduction in the trail width would improve the stormwater management situation for the entire project. Commissioner Jebens-Singh asked what the rationale was for the 12-foot trail width in the TRC. Director Jagoe explained she has not located anything in the files as to why a 12-foot trail width was recommended, but noted she would be addressing this topic with the City Council. Mr. Fosmo reported standard trail width in Arden Hills, not within RCC, was 8 feet. Commissioner Weber inquired if the TRC amendment for the trail width would be requested by the County or the City. He noted this change would apply to a County Road and perhaps the request should be coming from the County. Director Jagoe indicated she was looking for direction from the JDA to direct the City to consider an amendment to the TRC. Commissioner Weber stated the reason he asked this question was because the Planning Commission may ask questions and a significant amount of work may go into the request. Public Works Director Mazzitello reported his design team would prepare the plans within the application package.